Why Waiting Too Long to Treat Osteoporosis Can Be a Costly Mistake

Based on findings from the Dubbo Osteoporosis Epidemiology Study (J Bone Miner Res, 2004)

Most people think hip fractures only happen to the very old. But a powerful 12-year study from Dubbo, Australia just busted that myth wide open.

Here’s the deal: nearly half of all hip fractures in men happened before age 80, and two-thirds of hip fractures in women occurred before age 85. That’s not “old old.” That’s your parents. Or you, in 10–20 years.

So what’s the takeaway?

Osteoporosis Hits Earlier Than You Think

The Dubbo study tracked over 39,000 person-years worth of data in people aged 60+. The researchers found something surprising: osteoporotic fractures decreased by 4–6% each year thanks to better awareness and possibly lifestyle changes.

But hip fracture rates? They didn’t show a clear decline.

And those hip fractures are the most dangerous—leading to loss of independence, higher health care costs, and even higher mortality.

Men, Pay Attention

We often focus on osteoporosis in women, and for good reason—they get more fractures overall. But in this study, men’s hip fracture rates caught up to women’s by age 80+.

Even more alarming: the number of hip fractures in men peaked around age 80–84, then declined—not because men got healthier, but because fewer were left to break their hips.

What You Can Do (Now)

Early prevention is key. This means:

• Bone density tests in your 60s
• Vitamin D, calcium and mineral optimization
• Regular resistance and balance training
• Quitting smoking and limiting alcohol

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Bottom line:
Don’t wait until you're “old enough” to worry about osteoporosis. Most hip fractures happen before you expect them. Start protecting your bones now—for yourself, your independence, and your future.

Reference

Chang KP, Center JR, Nguyen TV, Eisman JA. Incidence of hip and other osteoporotic fractures in elderly men and women: Dubbo Osteoporosis Epidemiology Study. J Bone Miner Res. 2004 Apr;19(4):532-6. doi: 10.1359/JBMR.040109. Epub 2004 Jan 5. PMID: 15005838.